Are rapid antigen tests reliable for Omicron?

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Are rapid antigen tests reliable for Omicron?

Australian Doctor

Australian Doctor

Panbio COVID-19 rapid antigen test - Mika Baumeister on Unsplash
Panbio rapid antigen test is one of several tested by Australia's Therapeutic Goods Agency [Image: Mika Baumeister on Unsplash]

In Australia, the TGA, with the help of scientists from the Doherty Institute, is taking a look. As this article was published on Australian Doctor's website, the TGA is assessing more tests

Rapid antigen tests are now deemed suitable (if you can find one) for establishing a positive COVID-19 diagnosis. So it’s worth highlighting one of